Original Work — Creating Something That Expresses Who You Are
The young adult creates an original piece — art, music, writing, code, craft, photography, or any medium they choose — that expresses something genuinely personal. This isn't about technical perfection; it's about the courage to make something authentic and share it. Through the process of creating, explaining, and discussing the work, the young adult reveals creative authenticity, technical skill relative to their medium, capacity for personal expression, and willingness to be vulnerable through their work.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Materials depend on the chosen medium: instrument, sketchpad, laptop, camera, notebook, craft supplies — whatever the young adult needs for their chosen form. If they don't have a specific medium in mind, suggest they write (it requires no special tools). The creation phase may take 10-15 minutes of focused work, during which the conversation pauses. The parent should be present but not hovering. If the young adult has an existing work-in-progress, they can bring that instead of starting from scratch.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.